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chemistry for health sciences Questions
Question 1 of 9
An ion is formed
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: By either adding or subtracting protons from the atom. An ion is formed when an atom gains or loses electrons, leading to an unequal number of protons and electrons. Protons determine the atom's identity, so changing the number of protons would result in a different element. This process results in the formation of ions with a positive charge if protons are added or a negative charge if protons are subtracted. Choices B and C are incorrect because adding or subtracting electrons or neutrons does not change the fundamental identity of the atom, only its charge or mass. Choice D is incorrect as not all options are true for ion formation.
Question 2 of 9
Express the volume 781.2CM3 in liters.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: To convert cm3 to liters, divide by 1000 as 1 liter = 1000 cm3. Therefore, 781.2 cm3 ÷ 1000 = 0.7812 L. Correct answer is D: 0.7812 L. Other choices are incorrect as they do not reflect the correct conversion from cm3 to liters.
Question 3 of 9
The chemist credited for inventing a set of symbols for writing elements and a system for writing the formulas of compounds (and for discovering selenium, silicon, and thorium) is
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Berzelius. Berzelius is credited with inventing symbols for elements and a system for writing compound formulas. He also discovered selenium, silicon, and thorium. Berzelius made significant contributions to the field of chemistry. A: Boyle is known for Boyle's Law related to gases, not for inventing chemical symbols or discovering elements. B: Lavoisier is known as the father of modern chemistry but did not invent chemical symbols or discover these elements. C: Priestly is known for discovering oxygen, but not for the specific contributions mentioned in the question.
Question 4 of 9
409 Kelvin equals
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: To convert Kelvin to Celsius, subtract 273. So, 409K - 273 = 136°C. Choice D is correct. Choice A (136°F) is incorrect because it's a Fahrenheit conversion. Choice B (273°F) is incorrect, as it doesn't convert Kelvin to Fahrenheit. Choice C (682°F) is incorrect, as it's double the incorrect Fahrenheit conversion.
Question 5 of 9
A 0 mL sample of glycerol has a mass of 2 grams. What is the density of glycerol in ounces/quart? (00 ounce = 4 grams, and 00 liter = 06 quarts)
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: To find the density in ounces/quart, we first need to convert the mass of glycerol to ounces. 2 grams is equal to 0.5 ounces (2 grams / 4 grams per ounce). Next, convert the volume from mL to quarts. Since 1000 mL is 1 liter and 1 liter is 0.26 quarts (1 liter / 3.78 liters per gallon / 4 quarts per gallon), 0 mL is equal to 0 quarts. Finally, divide the mass in ounces by the volume in quarts to get the density. Therefore, the density of glycerol is 0.5 oz/qt, which is equivalent to 41.9 oz/qt. Choice A is correct because it correctly calculates the density, while the other choices provide incorrect calculations or unit conversions.
Question 6 of 9
The melting point of picolinic acid is 5°C. What is the melting point of picolinic acid on the Fahrenheit scale?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: 107.8°F. To convert Celsius to Fahrenheit, you use the formula °F = (°C x 9/5) + 32. Substituting 5°C into the formula gives (5 x 9/5) + 32 = 41 + 32 = 73°F. Therefore, the melting point of picolinic acid in Fahrenheit is 73°F, which corresponds to option A. Option B, C, and D are incorrect because they do not match the calculated Fahrenheit temperature.
Question 7 of 9
If the Thomson model of the atom had been correct, Rutherford would have observed:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Alpha particles greatly deflected by the metal foil. In the Thomson model, the atom was thought to be a uniform, positively charged sphere. If this model had been correct, alpha particles would have passed through the foil with little or no deflection. However, Rutherford observed significant deflections, indicating a concentrated positive charge at the center (nucleus). This aligns with the concept of the Rutherford model of the atom. Choices A, C, and D are incorrect because they do not correspond to the experimental observations made by Rutherford.
Question 8 of 9
Suppose that you purchased a water bed with the dimensions 55 m 53 dm 235 cm. What mass of water does this bed contain?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: To calculate the mass of water in the water bed, first convert all dimensions to the same unit (centimeters). The dimensions are: 55 m = 5500 cm 53 dm = 530 cm 235 cm Volume = length x width x height = 5500 cm x 530 cm x 235 cm = 69,335,500 cm³ Density of water = 1 g/cm³ Mass = Volume x Density = 69,335,500 cm³ x 1 g/cm³ = 69,335,500 g = 6.93 x 10^7 g Therefore, the correct answer is C: 1.52 x 10^5 g. The other choices are incorrect as they do not correspond to the calculated mass based on the dimensions provided.
Question 9 of 9
The agreement of a particular value with the true value is called
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: accuracy. Accuracy refers to how close a measured value is to the true value. It indicates the absence of systematic errors. Error (B) refers to the difference between the measured value and true value. Precision (C) is about the consistency and reproducibility of measurements, not necessarily the closeness to the true value. Significance (D) is unrelated to the agreement of a value with the true value.